Prime Minister Narendra Modi and German President Friedrich Merz shared a joyful moment at the International Kite Festival held on the banks of the Sabarmati River in Gujarat. Both leaders flew a kite featuring the image of Hanuman, delighting the crowd and symbolizing cultural friendship. President Friedrich Merz arrived in India today for a two-day official visit. He began his India tour in Ahmedabad, where he was warmly welcomed by Prime Minister Modi. The two leaders met and held brief discussions on strengthening bilateral relations. Later, Prime Minister Modi and the German President visited the historic Sabarmati Ashram. They paid floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi and spent time at the ashram, reflecting on Gandhian values. The leaders also posed for photographs at the iconic location. Following the visit to the ashram, both leaders attended the International Kite Festival at the Sabarmati riverfront. They watched cultural performances and interacted with participants from different countries, highlighting India’s rich traditions. Further discussions between Prime Minister Modi and President Merz are scheduled to take place in Gandhinagar. The talks will focus on enhancing cooperation in areas such as trade, investment, technology, and defense. The leaders are also expected to exchange views on current global issues. The visit marks an important step in strengthening the strategic partnership between India and Germany.
